Lumière Gadgets
(There are several. I will work on the list as time allows, and make the list in chronological order to show you how over time the devices have improved!) :
  • Milo HaloJet–two nitrogen-filled cylinders that strap to the jetter’s back. The device allows the…

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Lumière Characters and Terms
Glossary: Characters
  • Scaley–a Runefyk giant troll whose clan used to mine podzol in the north. (Introduced in Deceptive Devices. Mentioned in Lies & Crinoline.)
  • Podzol–precious mineral from the copper family found deep in the Earth’s soil. Its specialty…

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Baba Ghannouj

Baba ghannouj (or baba ghannoush) is a Middle Eastern popular dip made from eggplant and tahini. It has a smooth, creamy texture, and a slightly smoked taste. It is traditionally served with pita bread,  (toasted or fresh). However, many people like it as…

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Mango Salsa

This fresh, fruity salsa is delicious any time of year!

Ingredients

  • 2 mangoes, diced
  • 1 Haas avocado, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 of a sweet onion, chopped
  • 1 jalapeno, halved, seeded, and minced
  • 1…

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Successful Writer

I wrote this when I started teaching again after a couple of years sabbatical  ;) I was having a tough time balancing between teaching and writing. This is what I wrote:
So I’m going to remind myself about all the things I need to do to get back into the…

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New Title for Book #2

I have decided to retitle book 2. The title The Copper Tuners just doesn’t properly portray the book. My husband says it sounds more like a musical rather than a Steampunk Shapeshifting Romance! So I’m asking for your help! Please go to my Google form and…

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Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Here is a favorite recipe using agave nectar. Since I want to reduce the amount of refined sugar I use, agave is a great alternative.
I adapted this recipe by adding shredded coconut and dried cranberries (in my case I only use apple-sweetened cranberries…

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Caramelized Tofu & Brussel Sprouts RecipeI hope you enjoy this. I certainly did! In the past I haven’t liked tofu or brussel sprouts, but I…View Post

Caramelized Tofu & Brussel Sprouts Recipe

I hope you enjoy this. I certainly did! In the past I haven’t liked tofu or brussel sprouts, but I…

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Truths & CrinolineRelease Date: April 16, 2013
Book 4 in the Lumière RomancesThe imposed deadline has changed; now…View Post

Truths & Crinoline

Release Date: April 16, 2013

Book 4 in the Lumière Romances
The imposed deadline has changed; now…

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Mudlark GirlComing this summer, 2013: 
Lulu Jardine is a girl who lives by the River Thames. A washed out poet,…View Post

Mudlark Girl

Coming this summer, 2013:

Lulu Jardine is a girl who lives by the River Thames. A washed out poet,…

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